Fukuoka in One Day: Kido Nanzoin — Guide Sasuke
September, 2026
This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan.
Tour Itinerary
- 10:00 Hotel Annex
- 10:10 Depart Hakata Station
- 10:30 Arrive Kido Nanzoin
- 11:50 Lunch at Kojin Chaya
- 12:35 Depart Kido Nanzoin Station
- 13:05 Arrive Hakata Station
- 13:10 Amu Plaza souvenir shop
- 13:30 Hankyu Department Store, basement food floor
- 13:50 Depart Hakata Subway Station
- 13:53 Arrive Kushida Jinja-mae Subway Station
- 13:55 Arrive Canal City Hakata
- 14:15 Arrive Kushida Shrine
- 14: 40 Arrive Nakasu Kawabata-dori
- 15:00 Board bus at Kawabata-cho, Hakataza-mae
- 15:07 Get off bus at Tenjin Daiwa Securities-mae, stroll Tenjin Underground Mall, Mitsukoshi basement food floor
- 15:30 Tenjin Kego Shrine
- 15:50 Fukuoka City Hall lobby
- 16:00 Disband at Nishi-ohashi
Title: What's a Private Fukuoka Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
The guests were visiting from Asia. After arriving at Fukuoka Airport, they spent three days in Nagasaki before returning to Fukuoka. They planned to join a Mount Aso tour the next day. They were very curious and quite knowledgeable about Japanese culture. They took many photos of premium fruits and fresh fish. They seemed to really like the traditional Nakasu Kawabata shopping street, and after the tour ended, they appeared to have returned there once more to enjoy some shopping. They seemed to have returned to their hotel around 6:00 p.m., and let me know via a messaging app that they had walked 18,706 steps that day.
A notable stop on the tour was Nakasu Kawabata, one of Fukuoka's most historic and lively districts. The Kawabata shopping arcade is the oldest shopping street in Fukuoka, lined with shops selling local foods, sweets, and traditional goods. The surrounding Nakasu area, set along the Naka River, is also famous for its riverside yatai food stalls, which offer a lively taste of local Fukuoka cuisine and atmosphere in the evenings.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | Hakata～Kido Nanzoin-mae | 450JPY |
| Section 2 | Train | Kido Nanzoin-mae～Hakata | 450JPY |
| Section 3 | Subway | Hakata～Kushida Jinja-mae | 210JPY |
| Section 4 | Bus | Kawabata-cho・Hakataza-mae／Nishitetsu Bus～Tenjin | 150JPY |
| Total | 1,260JPY | ||
Hello, my nickname is Sasuke. I have been working as a National Government Licensed Guide since 2006. I was born and raised in Fukuoka city. I also work as a teacher. Recently my work as a grandmother has become busier and busier. What I like about being a guide is that I talk to people from different countries, get exposed to different ideas, and grow as a person. I would be happy to help make your trip more enjoyable. If you have any requests, please feel free to ask me. I will do my best to fulfill your request as much as possible. Looking forward to seeing you.
Sep 25, 2026
Inspire07663535521
Amazing Fukuoka
Tripadvisor review: Fukuoka Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Our guide, Sasuke, was very prepared and…
Sep 25, 2026
Inspire07663535521
Amazing Fukuoka
Tripadvisor review: Fukuoka Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Our guide, Sasuke, was very prepared and even reached out to us months before our trip. She took us on a slow paced visit to the Nanzoin temple, taking time to appreciate the sacred places and even the various local vegetation. This was followed by a tour of the city, opening our eyes to the modern urban life of the city folks, much in contrast but still in harmony with the serenity and simplicity of the many ancient shrines among the modern malls and buildings. Thanks to Sasuke for introducing us to Fukuoka!
Jul 8, 2026
jdtudor
Great day!
Viator review: Fukuoka Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
This is a great way to see…
Jul 8, 2026
jdtudor
Great day!
Viator review: Fukuoka Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
This is a great way to see Fukuoka. We had tons of rain and it was still a great day. Sasuke was fantastic. 5 stars.
Oct 8, 2025
jacquiwinn62
A great day sightseeing in Fukuoka and ate the best Ramen ever!
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Oct 8, 2025
jacquiwinn62
A great day sightseeing in Fukuoka and ate the best Ramen ever!
Tripadvisor review: Fukuoka Full-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Two of us from an NCL cruise had a day sightseeing in Fukuoka with Sasuke. The highlight for us was the lying down Buddha which is quite away from the port and meant we got to ride a train and saw some of the lovely countryside. We also got to try delicious Ramen which turned out to be the best Ramen we experienced during our time in Japan. We enjoyed Sasuke’s company and her extensive knowledge. She met us promptly off the ship and returned us on time.
Oct 3, 2025
Raeanne101184
City tour of popular shopping and shrines and temples.
Tripadvisor review: Fukuoka Full-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Sasuke showed…
Oct 3, 2025
Raeanne101184
City tour of popular shopping and shrines and temples.
Tripadvisor review: Fukuoka Full-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Sasuke showed us around the city/area! She was lovely and we had the best day. We would
highly recommend her to anyone!!!